Because of its small size, high torque strength, and recessed installation, the hex socket screw is a great alternative to regular bolts. The main tool used to tighten or loosen hex socket screws is ...

Hex wrenches, also known as Allen keys, are the tools you use to screw and unscrew fasteners that have a hexagonal recess (as opposed to a Phillips or flathead recess). Hex screws are commonly used on ...

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Halfords set is the only one here to include full-size hex keys with ball ends to allow you to work at an angle, rather than bits. You get holders for bits and keys, but no case. The essentials are ...

We recently reviewed the Sears Craftsman T-handle Allen wrench set. After that review was published, several webBikeWorlders emailed us with suggested “equivalents”. Several readers suggested a set ...

There is though another set of Allen keys from a reputable brand. They are called the Draper Expert T-handle hex keys. Sure, a basic set of Allen keys do their job well enough – undoing or doing-up ...

From type to tolerances, our guide to the often overlooked tool Excluding your mind, hands and perhaps bottle opener, nothing in the bicycle workshop is likely to get more use than Allen keys (AKA hex ...

Hex keys are often taken for granted because they are used so frequently and for so many jobs on a modern bicycle. In fact, it’s sometimes difficult to find a bolt on a bicycle that doesn’t have a hex ...

Live your life healthier and happier with our free weekly Living Well newsletter Whether you need to fix a slipping seat post or tighten a loose spoke, a quality multi-tool is an essential bit of kit ...

At first glance the Allen wrench doesn’t seem to be much of a tool. It’s little more than a small, L-shaped piece of metal. But don’t be fooled by its humble appearance, the Allen wrench is an ...